Bill Ringa began in Rotterdam in 2017, from a desire to fill the void — between home and street, between design and emotion. We create footwear that connects the tactile with the thoughtful: raw edges shaped by a refined eye. Every pair carries that contrast — minimalist, yet full of presence.

We see design as dialogue. The curve of the felt, the pull of the tab, the way a sole meets the floor — all parts of a quiet exchange between material and movement. Our shoes evolve with the wearer; they don’t demand attention, they earn it. Subtle pleasures, discovered through everyday life.

Making is responsibility. We source close, produce consciously, and respect the craft that sustains us. Wool felt, rubber, leather — each element considered for feel, durability and integrity. Bill Ringa is not about more, but about meaning: thoughtful design, contemporary restraint, and the calm confidence of something built to last.